San Bernadino
Christie
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I've been all around this great big world to Paris and Rome And I've never found a place that I could really call my own. But there'se one place where I know the sun is shining endlessly And it's calling me across the sea so I must get back to SAN BERNADINO. I remember when I was sixteen my daddy said to me: You could travel round this universe until eternity But you'll never find that peace of mind that you've been dreaming of. Not until you finally decide to come on home to SAN BERNADINO. Oh I'm longing for SAN BERNADINO! Oh I'm longing for SAN BERNADINO! I've been all along the water right up to the Rio Grande And I've never found the paradise they call the Promised Land. I was young and foolishly I thought the world was at my feet. But I'm no diff'rent now and so I'm homeward bound for SAN BERNADINO. Well I'm older and I'm wiser and I've seen the light of day and I think it's time to realize my dreams have gone astray. But I've tried so hard to rech that star that was so far away. But now I've got to find that road that's leading home to SAN BERNADINO. Oh I'm longing for...
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10 facts about this song
Genre Class"San Bernardino" by Christie falls under the genre of Pop Rock and Soft Rock.
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Creation Facts"San Bernardino" was written by band member Jeff Christie.
- It was released in November 1970 by CBS Records.
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Chart PerformanceThe song hit number one spot in Germany.
- Meanwhile, it reached number 5 in Switzerland and number 7 spot in the UK Singles Chart.
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Band FactsThe band Christie is essentially a British rock band, fronted by Jeff Christie.
- Christie is most known for their hit song "Yellow River" which came out the same year as "San Bernardino".
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Recognition"San Bernardino" was also popular in various countries in Europe, demonstrating Christie's international appeal.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe song's lyrics speak about the desire to return to a simpler life in San Bernardino, a city in California. This narrative relates to the common 1960s and 1970s theme of longing for peace and tranquility amid societal changes.
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Production Value"San Bernardino" features a harmonious blend of guitars, drums and vocals, which is characteristic of the soft rock genre.
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Notably, Unlike Today's DynamicUnlike the digital downloads of today, "San Bernardino" was originally released as a 7-inch vinyl single.
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Cover versionsVarious artists have covered "San Bernardino," including The Band, a group from Canada, demonstrating this song's widespread influence.
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Listening platformsChristie's "San Bernardino" is widely available to stream on digital platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music, and the official music video can be viewed on YouTube.
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